The Five W’s for Car Donation

Donating a car can seem like an overwhelming process if you are confused about how it works, but trust us – it is not as complex as it may seem! Car donation is a very simple, fast, and hassle-free process when handled by a reputable and organized foundation. We want to take the time now to answer some of the common big questions that people have about donating their vehicle.

Who: To whom am I donating my vehicle?

With Wheels for Wishes, the proceeds from your car, truck, van, or motorcycle (or RV, or boat, or plane…we take it all!) benefit Make-A-Wish®. Make-A-Wish® grants wishes to children with critical illnesses. Children who have been diagnosed and are enduring tremendous physical and emotional stress in their lives get to enjoy the escape that a wish offers. 9 out of 10 medical officials also agree that wish granting can help speed up and improve the medical treatment and recovery as well!

What: What happens to my vehicle when it is donated?

After a vehicle is donated, we assess the condition of the vehicle based on miles, engine and physical shape. After determining a value for the car, the vehicle is sold at one of our many nation-wide auctions. We want to make sure the car sells for as much as possible. A car in good shape may be worth as much as granting a whole wish for a child!

When: When can I donate?

All hours! Between our call-center 1-877-431-9474 and our online donation form, no time is a bad time to donate your car!

Where: Where are you guys located?

Although our head office is based out of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, we take donations in ALL states! The best part is that the proceeds from your donation then benefit your local Make-A-Wish chapter, so it serves children in your own community!

Why: Why should I donate my car?

Besides the feel-good benefits of a car donation, your car is 100% tax deductible. The process is hassle-free, pick-up is free, and we do all of the paperwork for you! No dealing with the stress of having to list an ad, meet with strangers, and negotiate prices for a good sale. We take care of all the dirty work for you and you get a deduction on your next tax return and bragging rights for your awesome deed!

CDF's mission is to help these benefitting charities fulfill their missions with proceeds from CDF's car donation programs. CDF and all benefitting charities are separate and unaffiliated 501c organizations.